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サンセットクルーズ ライブミュージック&多彩なディナー/サプライズ演出・記念日対応可/那覇埠頭発>

It was rainy, but 雨でしたが

Reviewed by: 匿名希望

The weather was bad, but I was able to enjoy the event on the boat and relax. The staff were kind. If I have the opportunity, I would like to use it again. The food is satisfying as long as you don't have overly high expectations.

天気が悪かったのですが、船の中でのイベントも楽しめゆっくりできました。スタッフの方は親切でした。機会があればまた利用したいと思います。料理も期待しすぎなければ満足です。

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Thank you very much for your feedback.
We will continue to strive to provide better service.
We look forward to your next boarding.

ご評価頂きまして誠にありがとうございます。
我々一同、より良いサービスをご提供できるよう励んでまいります。
またのご乗船をお待ちしております。

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Packages: 【3/31まで】鶏胸肉の蒸し煮&白身魚のポワレコース
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2018/12/21
Activity Date: 2018/11/03

サンセットクルーズ ライブミュージック&多彩なディナー/サプライズ演出・記念日対応可/那覇埠頭発>

It became a good memory. 良い思い出となりました。

Reviewed by: しんすけ

The waitress who took care of us made a balloon flower for my child. My child was very happy, and it became a wonderful memory. Thank you!

お世話をして頂いたウエイトレスの方が、子供に風船で花を作ってくれました。子供も大喜びで、良い思い出となりました。
ありがとうございました‍♂️

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Thank you very much for your kind evaluation. We are also delighted that your child enjoyed it. We look forward to welcoming you aboard again when your child is older. Thank you once again for your recent voyage with us.

ご評価頂きまして誠にありがとうございます。
お子様にお喜びいただけて、我々も嬉しく思います。
お子様が大きくなられた際は、また是非ご乗船をお待ちしております。
この度のご乗船、誠にありがとうございました。

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Packages: 【3/31まで】鶏胸肉の蒸し煮&白身魚のポワレコース
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2018/12/16
Activity Date: 2018/12/14

Japanese Plastic Food Sample Art Experience in Tokyo

fun!

Reviewed by: Ernest yong

Most of the items are pre made and you simply need to put them together with some simple instructions. Good for family activity. Samples turn out realistic! The best part are the instructors, extremely friendly and accommodating. Tried their best to communicate in simple English and was sooooo polite. Thumbs up for them!

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HELLO Ernest yong 様

Thank you for coming.
I would be pleased if you could have fun.

Also, thank you for having a high evaluation.

I am struggling in English but I would like to study further. We are waiting for another visit.

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Packages: Ramen
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2018/12/15
Activity Date: 2018/12/15

Kimono Rental and Town Stroll in Romantic Otaru

Must do experience in Otaru

Reviewed by: Gabriella

They have many selections for kimonos, so you can customize the color/pattern you want to wear. And if the weather is a bit harsh, you can rent a coat also. Standing by the canal in kimono makes you feel like you're a time traveler. Definitely should try it if you can spare some time!

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You are having fun
I'm happy too.
Thank you very much.

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Packages: 1 Hour Course
Attended as: Solo Travelers
Posted on: 2018/12/11
Activity Date: 2018/12/07

舞妓さんと一緒に体験プラン 舞鑑賞・記念撮影・お座敷遊び・食事付きなど選べる6プラン by 日本文化体験 庵an

This is a tour where you can easily meet adorable maiko (geisha apprentices). 可愛い舞妓さんにお手軽に会えるツアーです。

Reviewed by: ふとっさん

This is a tour where you can meet adorable maiko at the lowest price. After having tea, you can take a coveted two-shot photo. If you have time, I think it would be great to participate.

可愛い舞妓さんに最安値で会えるツアーです。
お茶を飲んだ後はあこがれの2ショツト
時間があえば参加するといいと思います。

  • 舞妓さん

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Packages: 【受付終了】舞妓さんと一緒にお点前体験(お干菓子2個とお抹茶付き)
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2018/12/05
Activity Date: 2018/10/25

Japanese Plastic Food Sample Art Experience in Tokyo

Great fun!

Reviewed by: Aussiemum

This was a great activity, I took my 5 Year old and he thoroughly enjoyed it. The staff are kind and helpful too. We loved that there was a playground next door for a good play afterwards as well :-)

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I receive high evaluation and thank you very much.
If you'd enjoy an experience, I'm glad.By all means, we look forward to serving you again.

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Packages: Mini Ice Cream Sundae
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2018/11/30
Activity Date: 2018/11/25

舞妓さんと一緒に体験プラン 舞鑑賞・記念撮影・お座敷遊び・食事付きなど選べる6プラン by 日本文化体験 庵an

For mothers and daughters. 母と娘のために

Reviewed by: ありがとう

It was truly wonderful. The price was reasonable, but the quality was by no means lacking. The maiko, Fuku, was very kind and beautiful. It was a valuable experience. My family and I are discussing wanting to visit again with a different plan.

本当に素晴らしいものでした。お手頃価格ですが、決して内容が雑というわけではなく、舞妓さんのふく那さんがとても優しく美しく。。貴重な体験が出来ました。また違うプランでお邪魔したいと家族で話しています。

  • 本当にお綺麗でした。踊りも素敵でした。

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Packages: 【受付終了】舞妓さんの京舞鑑賞(千社札付き)
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2018/11/28
Activity Date: 2018/11/25

サンセットクルーズ ライブミュージック&多彩なディナー/サプライズ演出・記念日対応可/那覇埠頭発>

Okinawa trip for a child's birthday. 沖縄旅行 子供の誕生日

Reviewed by: サンセット最高

I used the sunset cruising service during my trip to Okinawa. The reservation was easy, and the food was really delicious. Since it was my child's birthday, I ordered a cake, and they surprised us by bringing it out. There was also live music, which made for a fun time. Thank you very much. I would like to use this service again if I have the opportunity.

沖縄旅行の際サンセットクルージングを利用させていただきました。予約も簡単でしたし、料理も凄く美味しかったです
子供の誕生日もあったのでケーキを頼みましたがサプライズ的に出してくれますし、生演奏もあって楽しい時間が過ごせました。ありがとうございます
また、機会があれば利用したいと思います

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Thank you very much for using our Sunset Cruise. We are glad to hear that you enjoyed your time on board. The night view cruise offers a different kind of enjoyment, so we look forward to your next visit.

この度はサンセットクルーズのご利用、誠にありがとうございます。
ご乗船を楽しんで頂けたようで、私共も嬉しく思います。
夜景を楽しむクルーズも、違った楽しみがございますので、次回のご利用をお待ちしております。

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Packages: 牛リブロースステーキ&魚介コース
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2018/11/26
Activity Date: 2018/11/23

Elegant Kimono Photo Shoot Experience in Tokyo

Literally the highlight of my trip!!

Reviewed by: ペイジ

Truly an amazing experience! I’ve never felt so beautiful in my life ! And the ladies were just so humble and friendly. They also let my family come in and wait while I got all pretty. Definitely coming again for my next trip!If your contemplating on doing this you won’t regret it !

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Thank you very much for your kind review. We are happy that you had a great time here with us. Yes, please come again, we are looking forward to seeing you!

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Packages: Kimono Dress-up Plan
Attended as: Solo Travelers
Posted on: 2018/11/24
Activity Date: 2018/11/24

Shared Yakatabune Tokyo Dinner Cruise with All-You-Can-Drink Plan

Good experience

Reviewed by: Lee

There was a mistake about the time of the reservation. I booked for 6pm and we waited for over an hour because the 6pm dinner cruise was not available. Apparently only the 7 pm dinner cruise is available on weeknights. Veltra did confirm our booking at 6 though. There was definitely a disconnect.

Once we got onto the boat, things were good. We had a good time and the atmosphere was fun.

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Packages: Standard Cruise (Until Sept 30)
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2018/11/24
Activity Date: 2018/11/20

舞妓さんと一緒に体験プラン 舞鑑賞・記念撮影・お座敷遊び・食事付きなど選べる6プラン by 日本文化体験 庵an

Translation is not available because the original text is unclear. おぼこいぃ~♪

Reviewed by: エチゴヤ

The maiko from Miyagawa-cho, "Fuku Yori," from the tea house and lodging, came to visit us. We enjoyed a delightful time together while eating a catered lunch box and experiencing the charm of a "real" maiko.

Dressed in elegant attire, she performed two beautiful dances (this time, "Seasons of Kyoto" and "Gion Kouta"). She even answered questions about being a maiko. While not everyone participated, some got to enjoy the experience of a tea house play (Kompeito Funafuna) and feel like a wealthy patron. Plus, photography was free, and we even got to take two-shot photos together!

If you're visiting Kyoto, this is a must-do! It's an event that's accessible even for first-timers, so I highly recommend it to everyone!

Lastly, unlike the occasional fake maiko you might see, the real maiko are rigorously trained in manners and etiquette, so their presence and atmosphere are truly different from what you'd expect from teenagers!

舞妓さんは宮川町 堀八重(お茶屋兼置屋)の”ふく友梨”さんが来てくれて、昼食の仕出し弁当を食べながら”ホンモノ”の舞妓さんと楽しいひと時をすごさせて貰いました。
華麗な装いで、たおやかな舞を二曲も(今回は「京の四季」と「祇園小唄」)披露してもらえて、舞妓さんに関する質問にも答えてもらえたり・・・全員ではないですがお茶屋遊び(こんぴら舟々)でお大尽気分を味わえたり?・・・それに撮影フリーですし、おまけに2ショットまで撮ってもらえちゃいます~!
京都に来たらコレでしょッ!!・・・ってくらい初めてって方にも敷居の低いイベントなので皆さんも是非ぃ~~♪

最後に:たまに見かけるなんちゃって舞妓と違ってホンモノの舞妓さんは行儀作法からして厳しく指導されてるので、とても10代とは思えぬほどに佇まいからして雰囲気が違いますよ!

  • 舞妓初年生なので紅は下紅のみ+花簪(かんざし)にびらびらが垂れてます

  • 扇子を使う「京の四季」

  • 定番とも言える「祇園小唄」

  • 舞妓さんの特徴でもある”だらりの帯”

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Packages: お座敷ランチ体験
Attended as: Solo Travelers
Posted on: 2018/11/22
Activity Date: 2018/11/17

Shared Yakatabune Tokyo Dinner Cruise with All-You-Can-Drink Plan

Great evening

Reviewed by: Laurelei

Nice food, very friendly service.
The firework was a surprise for us: it was just fantastic.
Night view of Tokyo bay is amazing.
We recommend it to anyone!

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Packages: Standard Cruise (Until Sept 30)
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2018/11/19
Activity Date: 2018/11/17

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Great Look at the Japanese Culture

Reviewed by: alol

Great event, excellent experience (wish some of organizers spoke at least some English - but we came to enjoy their culture so have to expect... and have some patience - but after we settled everything was outstanding).

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Packages: Performance Only
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2018/11/14
Activity Date: 2018/11/10

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Advanced reservation was totally worth it.

Reviewed by: Abs

Tickets were waiting for us so we could skip the line. The event it self was totally worth it. We got decent seats, not the best...we booked 2 weeks in advance so I'd recommend booking earlier if you want the good seats.

Tea ceremony was worth it, it's a bit rushed and can't see much if you're not in the first 2 rows, so try to wait by the entrance to be the first ones in. You get a small amount of good matcha, a little sweet thing and you get to keep the saucer the it's served on.

We didn't pay any extra free for booking via Veltra so props to Veltra for this!

10/10 would book through Veltra again.

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Packages: Tea Ceremony Plan
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2018/11/12
Activity Date: 2018/11/10

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Gion Odori Maiko and Geisha Dance in Kyoto

Reviewed by: Katey King

Beautiful! Very hepful English speaking staff. The music was also lovely.

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Packages: Performance Only
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2018/11/12
Activity Date: 2018/11/10

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Bad feeling

Reviewed by: Olivier Shaw

I reserved my place weeks ago before the dance and when i came the womens from the office where not nice at all.
I went into the theather and i had to seat on A PLASTIC CHAIR. Really ?
I paid 4000 yens and everybody has a confortable seat and me not.
This is not possible. Yes it s touristic but please...

After that the dance was nice , i mean special. I recommaned because we can t see this everdays. The old womens who sang and played instruments for the geisha and meiko were really goods.

Thank , olivier Shaw.

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Packages: Performance Only
Attended as: Solo Travelers
Posted on: 2018/11/12
Activity Date: 2018/11/09

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Gion Odori

Reviewed by: Shadow

This was an amazing experience even without understanding Japanese. The Geiko and Meiko performed dance/acting performance to a set theme and live music is also played. Some of the stage backdrops were very beautiful as well. At the end they threw signed a fabric with all the names of the performers out and we were lucky enough to catch one. I highly recommend going to a performance like this at least once!

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Packages: Performance Only
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2018/11/11
Activity Date: 2018/11/09

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Gion Odori

Reviewed by: Richard

Amazing. When I arrived I was directed to the counter where the reserved tickets were, I then went to watch the tea ceremony, which was amazing. Then we were led to the theatre, I was given a seat in the front row - the odori was amazing - great dancing, beautiful costumes, music and singing was amazing. If you are in Kyoto in early November please go to this.

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Packages: Tea Ceremony Plan
Attended as: Solo Travelers
Posted on: 2018/11/09
Activity Date: 2018/11/06

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Magnifique !

Reviewed by: Corinne

Tout était parfait, l'accueil, le spectacle incroyable ! C'est l'un des meilleurs moments que nous ayons passés à Kyoto. Merci.
Je recommande à 200 % !

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Packages: Performance Only
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2018/11/08
Activity Date: 2018/11/06

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WOW

Reviewed by: Sharon Walker

What a fabulous show, highly recommend seeing these amazing talented women. A cultural show not to be missed. Colourful, mesmerising and wonderful experience. You wanted to get up on stage and learn the dances.

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Packages: Tea Ceremony Plan
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2018/11/08
Activity Date: 2018/11/06

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Amazing spectacle

Reviewed by: Couple from Europe

We were invited into tea ceremony with some mochi dessert and a little
Spectacle was amazing despite no any Japanese language skills. Show is so unique that is worth it's price and time spent.

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Packages: Tea Ceremony Plan
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2018/11/07
Activity Date: 2018/11/04

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Great experience!

Reviewed by: Iris

Ordering was easy, as was exchanging the voucher for the tickets. We had great seats on the 7th row and all in all this was a great experience.

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Packages: Performance Only
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2018/11/07
Activity Date: 2018/11/05

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Legit Voucher and good seats

Reviewed by: Anna R

This is legit, I printed voucher from home and presented it in Gion Kaikan 30 mins before tea ceremony and show. Tickets and seats were prepared and got good seats.
Show was okay, would've been better if they talked about the geisha culture prior to show start. Tea ceremony is okay, it's a classroom type arrangement and the geisha/maiko doesn't necessarily serve you.

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Packages: Tea Ceremony Plan
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2018/11/07
Activity Date: 2018/11/04

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Lovely Traditional Dance was a Great Experience

Reviewed by: BelaES

My friend and I attended a performance of Gion Odori at the 1:30pm time on a Sunday. Getting to the theater is easy and there is nearby parking for anyone driving.

Upon arrival the ticket office immediately recognized us as having reservations (maybe it was me fumbling with the confirmation email) and produced our tickets and sent us into the theater almost instantly. The lovely usher sat us and we had the good fortune to get really good seats and they were together. The theater was quite packed so definitely get there on time.

The dance itself was very interesting. The free little flyer we got before entering the theater does give a little explanation on each dance in English, but it was a little sparse so try to do a little research before coming if you really want to understand the stories.

Otherwise, it was a full hour from entering to leaving of gorgeous dancing, costumes, and sets, with the traditional music accompaniment really clinching the feel of authenticity. If you're in town, definitely try to catch this performance!

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Packages: Performance Only
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2018/11/06
Activity Date: 2018/11/04

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Amazing evening

Reviewed by: Adrian

Absolutely loved the evening. Great venue & amazing food. The Maiko & Geiko were delightful - loved watching them perform and was overjoyed at opportunity to talk to them and be able to ask questions. Had seen the Gion Adori (annual dance of Geisha) the day before and loved it but being even closer to them & experiencing the geisha hospitality was amazing.

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Packages: Tea Ceremony Plan
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2018/11/06
Activity Date: 2018/11/04

乗合屋形船 お台場・スカイツリー周遊コース 季節のお料理&飲み放題付<蔵前発>by船宿 釣新

The food photos on the HP are too beautiful! HPの(料理)写真が綺麗すぎる‼️

Reviewed by: oyajisan

I was a little disappointed with the difference in the food compared to the website. Other than that, the staff's response was good, and there was plenty of time, which was nice.

HPとの差(料理)に、少しガッカリ‼️ それ以外は、スタッフの対応も良く、時間も余裕があり、良かったです。

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Packages: 昼の乗合 春日プラン(2時間30分コース)
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2018/11/05
Activity Date: 2018/11/03

Maiko Dance with Dinner & Kyoto Night View Tour by KYOTO Sightseeing“OKOSHI”Bus

Maillot dîner show

Reviewed by: Non

C était tres rapide. Et une photo pas plus, je n ai même pas pu prendre de photo avec mon fils.

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Packages: Standard Package
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2018/11/05
Activity Date: 2018/10/27

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Gion Kaikan

Reviewed by: Baron Von Count

Very good seat in the 3rd row through Veltra for the Gion Odori.
A fascinating look at a performance by geikas and maikos.

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Packages: Performance Only
Attended as: Solo Travelers
Posted on: 2018/11/04
Activity Date: 2018/11/02

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Gion odori

Reviewed by: Rose

Not with the green tea ceremony but the show was amazing!

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Packages: Tea Ceremony Plan
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2018/11/04
Activity Date: 2018/11/02

奈良駅発 日帰りバスツアー 法隆寺+中宮寺+慈光院+薬師寺+唐招提寺<約7時間/昼食付/JR奈良駅・近鉄奈良駅発>

A full day enjoying Ikaruga and Nishi-no-Kyo. 斑鳩と西ノ京が一日で満喫

Reviewed by: ジィさん

Visiting Hōryū-ji and Chūgū-ji individually often took a lot of time to move to Nishi no Kyō afterward. It was impossible to reach Tōshōdai-ji in one day. There were times when I arrived at Nishi no Kyō Station and it was already 5 PM! It was disappointing.

However, the regular sightseeing bus tours allowed for a leisurely visit, and in addition, enjoying tea while viewing the garden at Jikō-in added one more delight to my experience in Nara. This time, I visited in autumn before the leaves changed color; next time, I would like to experience Nara in winter with its snowy scenery, and in spring with fresh greenery, all through this tour.

法隆寺・中宮寺を個人で拝観し、その後西の京への移動は時間が掛ることが多かった。唐招提寺まで一日では無理。ある時は西の京駅に着いたら、もう5時!
残念というときもありました。
 さすがに、定期観光バスのツアーそれぞれがゆっくり拝観できたことに加え、慈光院でお庭を見ながらのお茶、奈良の楽しみが一つ増えました。今回は紅葉前の秋、次は、雪景色の冬、新緑の春など季節に彩られた奈良をこのツアーで味わってみたいものです。

  • 慈光院

  • 中宮寺本堂から東院伽藍伝法堂屋根とその前の紅葉

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Packages: 【3月まで】薬師寺 玄奘三蔵院「大唐西域壁画」公開期間
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2018/11/02
Activity Date: 2018/10/30